Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Georgetown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several new businesses will soon open in the region in 2026. Highlights include a Potbelly at Wolf Ranch Town Center on Feb. 2 and Georgetown’s first Shake Shack on West University Avenue in July — projects that promise expanded dining and retail opportunities for local residents. The Williamson County Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney’s Frozen musical will run on the Springer Stage until Feb. 1 and feature an ASL night on Nov. 29, offering a regional premiere with beloved characters and a story of sisterhood. The Williamson County Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southwestern University has announced that a new residence hall will be named Jessie Daniel Ames Hall, and Georgetown ISD will open Jessie Daniel Ames Elementary this summer. The dedications honor a local suffrage leader who advanced voting rights — inspiring our community. The Williamson County Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced a wastewater line failure was found at the Wolf Ranch lift station on January 5 at 10 a.m., and residents are advised to avoid water at Blue Hole and San Gabriel parks (located near Wolf Ranch shopping center) until further notice. The Williamson County Sun
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ESL Level I Course for Adults
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Georgetown Project Bridges To Growth — Registration required — Improve your English conversation and comprehension skills in this introductory ESL course.
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Tavern Talks: Exploring a Good Life
7-9 p.m. — Georgetown Public Library — Free entry — Engage in meaningful dialogue about the essence of living a good life in today's world.
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